Who among the following founded the Ramakrishna Mission to carry on humanitarian and social work?

The correct answer is Swami Vivekananda.

Key Points

• The Ramakrishna Mission was founded by Swami Vivekananda in 1897.
• He established the mission to propagate the teachings of his spiritual guru, Sri Ramakrishna, and to carry on humanitarian, educational, and social work.
• The Ramakrishna Mission focuses on:
  • Promoting Vedantic philosophy.
  • Providing education, healthcare, and disaster relief.
  • Engaging in various social welfare activities, such as running schools, hospitals, and orphanages.
• Swami Vivekananda's vision was to serve humanity selflessly and uplift the masses, combining spiritual development with practical service.

Additional Information

• Debendranath Tagore (1817–1905)
  • He founded the Tattvabodhini Sabhaj
  • Social Reformer: Advocated for social justice and educational reforms.
  • Father of Rabindranath Tagore: Influential in promoting literature and philanthropy.
• Ishwar Chandra Vidyasagar (1820–1891)
  • Social Reformer: Advocated for widow remarriage and social reforms.
  • Educationist: Promoted modern education and Bengali literature.
  • Philanthropist: Improved educational and social conditions in Bengal.
• Aurobindo Ghosh (1872–1950)
  • Spiritual Leader: Founded Integral Yoga, focusing on spiritual transformation.
  • Freedom Fighter: Active in the Indian independence movement.
  • He founded Sri Aurobindo Ashram: Center for spiritual practice and teachings.